Year 9 Horticulture

This course introduce students to Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences. Agricultural and Horticultural Science is the study of primary production. It covers the interconnectedness of all aspects of the production of a primary product, which include people, soils, water, climate, husbandry, economics, plants and animals. Students firstly learn about the range of Primary Industries in New Zealand. They then explore ecosystem biodiversity, soil sciences, propagating methods and lastly, nursery production. These aspects will provide the foundation for students who intend to continue with Horticulture in Year 10 and NCEA.